The Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre

This great little Museum has two fun and fact-packed biographical galleries and a fantabulous Story Centre. In Boy and Solo, visitors can learn about the events that shaped Roald Dahl as a writer, from his illicit motorbike outings at school to his time as a World War Two fighter pilot.

In the Story Centre, visitors can get creative with plot, character and language and discover how writers from J.K. Rowling to Benjamin Zephaniah write. Visitors can also explore a replica of Roald Dahl's famous Writing Hut, sit in his writing chair and get some gloriumptious story ideas.

Chocolate decorating

Suitable for

7-10

11-13

5-6

Admission

£4 PER PARTICIPANT PLUS MUSEUM ENTRYUnder 8s will need to be accompanied into the workshop room by an adult, however you’ll just pay for those wanting to participate.

We strongly recommend pre-booking for workshops as many sell out in advance. Give us a call on 01494 892192 (booking line open Tuesday to Friday 10am to 4.30pm, Saturday and Sunday 11am to 4.30pm). You can book up until 4.30pm the day before, subject to availibility (we can take Museum admission at the same time). Any unsold workshop tickets will be sold on the day on a first come, first served basis at the ticket desk.

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Miniature Minpin finger puppets

12.00pm, 1.30pm and 3.00pm For 4+ years: welcome to the miniature world of the Minpins! Create a glove puppet of trees and birds and Minpins, to keep your hands cosy with Roald Dahl’s magical story.

Suitable for

7-10

11-13

5-6

Admission

£3 PER PARTICIPANT PLUS MUSEUM ENTRYUnder 8s will need to be accompanied into the workshop room by an adult, however you’ll just pay for those wanting to participate.

We strongly recommend pre-booking for workshops as many sell out in advance. Give us a call on 01494 892192 (booking line open Tuesday to Friday 10am to 4.30pm, Saturday and Sunday 11am to 4.30pm). You can book up until 4.30pm the day before, subject to availibility (we can take Museum admission at the same time). Any unsold workshop tickets will be sold on the day on a first come, first served basis at the ticket desk.

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Discover Dahl’s archives

12.00pm, 1.00pm and 2.00pm For 8+ years: a unique behind-the-scenes peek into our archive store, which houses Roald Dahl’s original letters and manuscripts.

Suitable for

7-10

14-15

18+

11-13

16-17

Admission

£1 PER PERSON (ADULTS AND CHILDREN) PLUS MUSEUM ENTRYWe recommend pre-booking as workshops can sell out in advance. Please give us a call on 01494 892192 (booking line open Tuesday to Friday 10am to 4.30pm, Saturday and Sunday 11am to 4.30pm) to check availability and to book up until 4.30pm the day before (we can take Museum admission at the same time). Any unsold workshop tickets will be sold on a first come, first served basis on the day.

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Phizz-whizzing Christmas extravaganza!

12.00pm and 2.00pm For 4+ years: join us for a phizz-whizzing Christmas party with magic and games, storytelling and singing, and a jumpsquiffling amount of fun!

Suitable for

7-10

11-13

5-6

Admission

£2 PER PARTICIPANT PLUS MUSEUM ENTRYUnder 8s will need to be accompanied into the workshop room by an adult, however you’ll just pay for those wanting to participate.

Please book in advance for workshops and Museum admission as we can get very busy in the school holidays and cannot guarantee admission if you haven't pre-booked. Give us a call on 01494 892192 (booking line open Tuesday to Friday 10am to 4.30pm, Saturday and Sunday 11am to 4.30pm). You can book up until 4.30pm the day before, subject to availibility (we can take Museum admission at the same time). Any unsold workshop tickets will be sold on the day on a first come, first served basis at the ticket desk.

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Mini Minpin storybooks

12.00pm, 1.30pm and 3.00pm For 6+ years: what adventures and magic will you get up to over the Christmas holidays? Create your own diddly storybook to record your adventures.

Suitable for

7-10

11-13

5-6

Admission

£2 PER PARTICIPANT PLUS MUSEUM ENTRYUnder 8s will need to be accompanied into the workshop room by an adult, however you’ll just pay for those wanting to participate.

Please book in advance for workshops and Museum admission as we can get very busy in the school holidays and cannot guarantee admission if you haven't pre-booked. Give us a call on 01494 892192 (booking line open Tuesday to Friday 10am to 4.30pm, Saturday and Sunday 11am to 4.30pm). You can book up until 4.30pm the day before, subject to availibility (we can take Museum admission at the same time). Any unsold workshop tickets will be sold on the day on a first come, first served basis at the ticket desk.

Crodscolloping Christmas cups

Suitable for

11-13

5-6

7-10

Admission

£3 PER PARTICIPANT PLUS MUSEUM ENTRYUnder 8s will need to be accompanied into the workshop room by an adult, however you’ll just pay for those wanting to participate.

Please book in advance for workshops and Museum admission as we can get very busy in the school holidays and cannot guarantee admission if you haven't pre-booked. Give us a call on 01494 892192 (booking line open Tuesday to Friday 10am to 4.30pm, Saturday and Sunday 11am to 4.30pm). You can book up until 4.30pm the day before, subject to availibility (we can take Museum admission at the same time). Any unsold workshop tickets will be sold on the day on a first come, first served basis at the ticket desk.

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Mucky Minpins and monsters

12.00pm, 1.30pm and 3.00pm For 4+ years: join us for a messy clay workshop! Listen to and extract from The Minpins then use clay to build your own Minpin tree or a fire-breathing monster.

Suitable for

7-10

11-13

5-6

Admission

£3 PER PARTICIPANT PLUS MUSEUM ENTRYUnder 8s will need to be accompanied into the workshop room by an adult, however you’ll just pay for those wanting to participate.

Please book in advance for workshops and Museum admission as we can get very busy in the school holidays and cannot guarantee admission if you haven't pre-booked. Give us a call on 01494 892192 (booking line open Tuesday to Friday 10am to 4.30pm, Saturday and Sunday 11am to 4.30pm). You can book up until 4.30pm the day before, subject to availibility (we can take Museum admission at the same time). Any unsold workshop tickets will be sold on the day on a first come, first served basis at the ticket desk.

Suitable for

7-10

11-13

5-6

Admission

£4 PER PARTICIPANT PLUS MUSEUM ENTRYUnder 8s will need to be accompanied into the workshop room by an adult, however you’ll just pay for those wanting to participate.

Please book in advance for workshops and Museum admission as we can get very busy in the school holidays and cannot guarantee admission if you haven't pre-booked. Give us a call on 01494 892192 (booking line open Tuesday to Friday 10am to 4.30pm, Saturday and Sunday 11am to 4.30pm). You can book up until 4.30pm the day before, subject to availibility (we can take Museum admission at the same time). Any unsold workshop tickets will be sold on the day on a first come, first served basis at the ticket desk.

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Little Billy’s bird houses

29 December 2016 12-3pm

12.00pm, 1.30pm and 3.00pm For 5+ years: the birds who save the Minpins and Little Billy from the Red-Hot Smoke-Belching Gruncher-monster need happy homes to live in. Join us to decorate your very own birdhouse to bring some magic to your garden.

Suitable for

5-6

11-13

7-10

Admission

£3 PER PARTICIPANT PLUS MUSEUM ENTRYUnder 8s will need to be accompanied into the workshop room by an adult, however you’ll just pay for those wanting to participate.

Please book in advance for workshops and Museum admission as we can get very busy in the school holidays and cannot guarantee admission if you haven't pre-booked. Give us a call on 01494 892192 (booking line open Tuesday to Friday 10am to 4.30pm, Saturday and Sunday 11am to 4.30pm). You can book up until 4.30pm the day before, subject to availibility (we can take Museum admission at the same time). Any unsold workshop tickets will be sold on the day on a first come, first served basis at the ticket desk.

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Gruncher masks

30 December 2016 12-3pm

12.00pm, 1.30pm and 3.00pm For 4+ years: no one knows what the Red-Hot Smoke-Belching Gruncher looks like because of all the red-hot smoke! But join us to make your very own monster mask using your imagination and Roald Dahl’s clues.

Suitable for

5-6

11-13

7-10

Admission

£3 PER PARTICIPANT PLUS MUSEUM ENTRYUnder 8s will need to be accompanied into the workshop room by an adult, however you’ll just pay for those wanting to participate.

Please book in advance for workshops and Museum admission as we can get very busy in the school holidays and cannot guarantee admission if you haven't pre-booked. Give us a call on 01494 892192 (booking line open Tuesday to Friday 10am to 4.30pm, Saturday and Sunday 11am to 4.30pm). You can book up until 4.30pm the day before, subject to availibility (we can take Museum admission at the same time). Any unsold workshop tickets will be sold on the day on a first come, first served basis at the ticket desk.

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Crackling New Year party

12.00pm and 2.00pm For 4+ years: classic party games and storytelling based on your favourite Roald Dahl characters and books. Prizes to be won!

Suitable for

5-6

11-13

7-10

Admission

£2 PER PARTICIPANT PLUS MUSEUM ENTRYUnder 8s will need to be accompanied into the workshop room by an adult, however you’ll just pay for those wanting to participate.

Please book in advance for workshops and Museum admission as we can get very busy in the school holidays and cannot guarantee admission if you haven't pre-booked. Give us a call on 01494 892192 (booking line open Tuesday to Friday 10am to 4.30pm, Saturday and Sunday 11am to 4.30pm). You can book up until 4.30pm the day before, subject to availibility (we can take Museum admission at the same time). Any unsold workshop tickets will be sold on the day on a first come, first served basis at the ticket desk.

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Telephone

General information

01494 892192

Education Manager

01494 892195

Fax

01494 892191

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Roald Dahl's classic story, Fantastic Mr. Fox, has now been turned into an animated fim by director Wes Anderson. The Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre have a trailer of the film online and lots of real-life activities to keep the kids happy over half-term.

Visit Roald Dahl's virtual Writing Hut. From Dahl's documents in his filing cabinet, select the list of original characters for 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory' including his handwritten verse describing Miranda Mary Parker. Learners can then write, in the style of Dahl, a chapter dealing with Miranda Mary Parker's demise.